Lavendula x intermedia 'Sussex' ('Sussex' Lavender) Herb Plant

'Sussex' Lavender (Lavendula x intermedia 'Sussex') Herb in 1 Litre Pot

A beautiful pale purple lavender with exceptionally long flower spikes, making it a real standout in the garden. Plant in drifts to create a spectacular sea of soft purple, or use it to bring height and structure to a herbaceous border. Similar in character to ‘Phenomenal’, but with a sturdier, more upright growth habit that keeps it looking neat and attractive throughout the flowering season. his cultivar is particularly admired for its height and presence in the landscape and, and it’s excellent performance in exposed or challenging conditions.

The flowers of Sussex Lavender are soft lilac-violet blooms and are produced on spikes at the top of slender, leafless stems 10–30 cm long. Sussex Lavender is a flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, native to the Mediterranean region and as such prefers a light free-draining soil and an open sunny position, Lavender enjoys being cut back hard ( to 2 cm above the hardwood) after flowering in mid Sept and to maintain a neat shape they can be trimmed again in Spring after the first flush. Ideally plants should be replaced every 3-4 years as they will eventually become woody at the base, however,  with the correct regular pruning they can last much longer. 

Herb Usage

The flowers of all Lavenders have long been harvested for their essential oil, as well as its insect repellent properties, infusions can ease headaches and encourage restfulness. Dried Flower heads can be used in Lavender pillows to freshen clothes and repel insects in drawers.  Dried Flowers can also be used in cooking such as lavender biscuits and even lavender ice-cream.

Buy 'Sussex' Lavender Online

Our potted 'Sussex' Lavender herb plants are generally available to buy online all year round.